the aim of present study is to compare the specific effects moderate consumption of lean fish on weight loss of healthy obese and overweight female adults, while participants follow energy-restricted diets also to investigate the effects of this intervention on carbohydrate and lipid profiles, as cardiometabolic risk factors.

Inclusion Criteria:

• female
• 18-45 years of age.
• Body mass index (BMI) between 27.5-35 kg/m²
• Must be able to have moderate exercise.
• Must be interested to lose weight

Exclusion Criteria:

• Pregnancy or lactation during the previous 6 months, or planned pregnancy in the next six months.
• Taking medications that could affect metabolism or change body weight.
• Report heart problems, chest pain, and cancer within the last five years.
• Use of supplements containing n-3 fatty acids, calcium or vitamin-D during the last 3 months.
• Consumption of fish and sea foods regularly
• Smoking
• Menopause
• Diagnosis of any chronic disease such as fatty liver, cancer, chemo/radio therapy, heart disease, immune compromised conditions, abnormal thyroid hormone level.